HEM (Industrial Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright)

Precision Castparts; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,572 - 48,973; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Houston seeks a skilled maintenance technician. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining machinery such as hydraulic systems and engines. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in structural welding, blueprint reading, and possess basic mathematical skills. The role requires physical strength, with tasks involving lifting up to 50 pounds and working at heights over 100 ft. Competitive pay range of $28.00 - $35.55 per hour offered.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills, including addition and percentages.
• Written skills assessment for hydraulic and millwright knowledge.
• Ability to read blueprints for fabrication and installation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and maintains machinery and production equipment.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts and performs preventive maintenance.
• Observes and determines necessary repairs on mechanical devices.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Preventive maintenance

Math skills

Tools

Oxygen/acetylene torch

Dial indicators

Laser alignment equipment

Job description

Summary

Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains machinery and production equipment throughout the entire plant. This includes hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, engines, motors, crane and other lifting equipment, conveyor systems, duct collection systems, pumps, piping systems, structural steel/platforms, and other equipment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Observes mechanical devices and equipment in operation to determine proper condition and needed repairs.
• Proficiency in proper start‑up and shutdown of all press systems.
• Good understanding of press and other critical equipment operation and ability to troubleshoot/resolve problems.
• Has a working knowledge of precision measurement equipment.
• Can perform structural welding as required (3G qualified required, 6G qualified preferred).
• Uses oxygen/acetylene torch for routine cutting and burning of materials and applying heat for removal of mechanical parts.
• Demonstrates proficiency in understanding and troubleshooting basic hydraulic systems through schematics, manufacturer documentation, and hydraulic system knowledge.
• Demonstrates proficiency in reading blueprints to fabricate, assemble, and troubleshoot mechanical equipment and/or piping systems.
• Demonstrates good knowledge and application of rigging techniques and procedures.
• Demonstrates good understanding of proper use of mechanical tools and application of acceptable mechanical principles.
• Preferred ability to use dial indicators or laser alignment equipment to properly align two pieces of equipment.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts, lubricates equipment, and cleans equipment.
• Understands high‑pressure equipment (>5,000 psi) and has basic knowledge of Lockout‑Tagout.
• Performs preventive or predictive maintenance and inspections on equipment using knowledge and written/verbal instructions.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge and proper use of company and department work and safety procedures.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job as outlined.
• Performs any and all other maintenance and operational duties as directed by supervision.

Job Requirements

• The requirements for successfully performing this job include basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide, percentages, etc.), ability to read and perform a job or task using written instructions, ability to read blueprints for fabrication and installation. The employee should have basic mechanical skills and general knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics and demonstrate the ability to read and learn new tasks.
• Written Skills Evaluation: Employees must pass a written skills assessment for general hydraulic and millwright knowledge.
• Interview: Cross‑functional interview with the Maintenance Leadership team.
• Practical Exam: Employees who pass the written assessment will be required to pass a practical exam which includes further maintenance skills as desired.
• Weld Exam: Employees who pass the written & practical sections of the hiring process will be required to go off‑site and perform a structural plate weld test to our certified procedure and the test coupon must pass the bend test. (Not required for individuals who possess current certifications and can present supporting documentation)

Physical Demands

The physical demands as described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use arms and hands; climb and balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; and crawl. The employee must be able to read, listen, and give verbal instructions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close‑up and distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to work above ground to heights in excess of 100 ft. and below grade to depths of 80 ft. The employee must also be able to work in close cramped areas.

Pay Range: $28.00 - $35.55